Software Engineer II

VRC (Valuation Research Corporation); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible time off

Career growth

Education reimbursement

Company paid insurance

Job summary

Valuation Research Corporation (VRC) is seeking a Software Engineer II to build scalable fintech solutions supporting financial modeling, portfolio valuation, and client reporting. You will collaborate with business and technology teams to translate requirements into maintainable software, integrate external data platforms, and support cloud infrastructure.

You will design, test, and deploy features, own small projects, and contribute to CI/CD, security, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of software development experience.
• Experience with backend stack and frontend frameworks.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerized deployments.
• Ability to estimate work and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy features for financial modeling, valuation, risk analytics, and reporting.
• Own small projects from requirements through deployment.
• Translate business needs into technical designs with stakeholders.
• Integrate third-party platforms and market data providers.
• Build data workflows for reporting and analytics.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

C#

SQL

React

Next.js

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

VRC is a full-service, independent, global valuation firm that focuses exclusively on valuation and advisory services. Since 1975, we have deliveredvaluation and financial opinionsfor M&A transactions and the financial and tax reporting requirements ofFortune 500 companies, private equity firms and their portfolio companies, and more.We welcome you to learn moreabout us.

About this role:

This role develops software solutions for financial modeling, portfolio valuation, risk analytics, and client reporting. The Software Engineer II helps design, build, test, and deploy secure, scalable applications that improve efficiency, data access, and the client experience. Working with business, consulting, and technology teams, this position translates requirements into maintainable solutions, integrates third-party financial data platforms, supports cloud infrastructure, and delivers fintech solutions for internal and external users.

What you will do:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software features, services, and interfaces for financial modeling, valuation, risk analytics, and reporting
• Own small projects from requirements through deployment, ensuring quality, performance, and maintainability
• Translate business needs into technical designs and software solutions with analysts, consultants, and stakeholders
• Integrate and maintain third-party platforms, APIs, market data providers, and portfolio systems
• Build and enhance data workflows supporting reporting, analytics, and operations
• Support software quality through code reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and observability
• Create and maintain technical documentation, designs, implementation plans, and demos
• Support Agile processes, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives
• Follow security, compliance, and development standards for secure, reliable delivery

What you will need:

• 2 to 4 years of professional software application development and support experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, a related field, or equivalent experience
• Cloud or software development certifications a plus
• Proficiency in a backend stack such as Python, FastAPI, C#, SQL, or similar technologies
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Next.js, or similar technologies
• Strong SQL, relational database, data modeling, and query optimization skills
• Experience with NoSQL, messaging, or event-driven architectures
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure
• Experience with containers, infrastructure as code, and automated deployment pipelines
• Understanding of application security, authentication, authorization, secrets management, and secure coding
• Experience integrating RESTful APIs and external services
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of valuation inputs (Equity vs. Credit investments, accounting terms, etc.)
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to estimate work, manage priorities, and deliver multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Experience collaborating across functions and supporting client-facing engagements
• Self-starter able to learn new technologies and business domains quickly
• Current authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

What we offer you:

• Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Reimbursement, Commuter Benefits, 401k match program, and voluntary insurance options
• Generous time off/flexible work arrangements
• Growth- VRC is growing, and so can your career
• Reimbursement for admission fees and study material for professional designations
• For more information on our various benefit offerings visit our Careers page

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

VRC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse team. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and the equitable treatment of our colleagues, the communities in which we live and work, and our clients. We value creating and working within a team-based environment where each person’s talent, ideas, opinions, and expertise are respected. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position with VRC are asked to email [e-mail].